Supporters and members of the PDP in Adamawa state have taken to the streets in protest over the current situation regarding the governorship election. The protest comes after the illegal declaration of the APC candidate as the winner of the gubernatorial election. INEC ha s nullified the announcement and suspended the collation of results. EKO … Read more
Ohanaeze has announced its resolve to petition President Buhari and send a protest letter to the National Assembly regarding attacks on Igbos during the 2023 general elections. The group expressed sadness and disappointment over the situation, and plans to send a high-powered delegation to Lagos to establish a peaceful relationship between Igbo and Yoruba. Properties … Read more
Peter Obi has denied accusations made by the US chapter of the APC that he sponsored a protest against the outcome of the 2023 presidential poll at the Park opposite the US White House. The USA APC Chairman Obi of sponsoring the protest against the President-elect, Bola Tinubu. Obi has urged his supporters to remain … Read more
Shiite protesters demanding the release of their leader, Sheikh Ibraheem El-Zakzaky, were dispersed with teargas by the police and army in Abuja. The protest was terminated at Eagle Square near the Federal Secretariat after armed security operatives arrived and opened fire. The Shiite leader had earlier requested the recovery of his passport, but his plea … Read more
Nasarawa Women has protested the state guber elections. Over 500 of them from different LGA protested on the street of Lafia demanding a cancellation of the Saturday polls. According to the women, the Guber elections conducted was inconclusive. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the no fewer than 500 women from across the 13 local government … Read more
Wike has reacted to PDP’s protest in Abuja. Atiku and other top party members took to the street of Abuja to express their grievance over the outcome of the presidential election. Wike Speaks on the case mocked the PDP, stating that he warned the party and wasn’t given a listening ear. EKO HOT BLOG reports … Read more
Tinubu has reacted to PDP’s protest in Abuja. The President-elect slammed Atiku for taking to the street, to ‘dance’ rather than focusing on other ‘important’ things. He urged the former Vice president to stop public disturbance and gather evidence for their court case. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President-elect, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu has urged … Read more
Police have spoken on PDP’s plans to protest at INEC headquarters. Report has it that Ayu and some leaders of the PDP have scheduled a protest today. The police assured that the protest would be peaceful, and lives and properties will be protected. EKO HOT BLOG reports that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command … Read more
Police used stun grenades and water cannon on protesters They were filmed kneeling on the neck of a demonstrator as he was detained The protesters believe the reforms will undermine judicial independence and threaten democracy Eko Hot Blog reports that Israelis protesting against contentious judicial reforms are blocking roads and railways in a “day of … Read more
They were protesting the result declaration of Oru East Federal Constituency The protest was at the INEC headquarters in Owerri Allegedly, no election took place in the area Eko Hot Blog reports that the people of Orlu/Orsu/Oru East Federal Constituency of Imo State on Tuesday protested the declaration of Canice Nwachukwu of the All Progressives … Read more
The protesters were members of the different political parties They demanded electronic transmission of results from INEC The protest happened a couple of kilometers from ICC Eko Hot Blog reports that On Tuesday, a group of protesters took to the streets in Abuja to demand the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC electronically transmits the result … Read more
They claimed no INEC official was present at their polling units They aired their grievances in one of the collation centres at Maria, Lagos Security forces were there to ensure peace and order Eko Hot Blog reports that some youths in Lagos have expressed dismay over their denial to cast their votes during the just … Read more
Peter Obi has urged Nigerians to channel their anger over the recent Naira scarcity to the polls, following violent protests and loss of lives and property. Obi called for patience and understanding of the harsh economic realities that led to the protests. He emphasized that voting on February 25 is the only way to end … Read more
The protesters came out in mass to express their pain over the current situation in the nation. The protesters blocked roads and caused tension in the state. Security agents however advised the people to remain calm, and go about their business as usual. EKO HOT BLOG reports that residents of Sapon, Abeokuta, and Ogun State, … Read more
Nigerians are currently experiencing severe hardship necessitated by the lack of access to the new naira notes. The situation has prompted protests in some parts of the country. The police in Lagos say they are aware of plans by some groups to use the naira notes scarcity as an excuse to foment violence. Eko Hot … Read more
In recent years, some Yoruba activists have been demanding secession from Nigeria. Their agitation has spurred numerous protests, sometimes violent, in parts of the country, especially Lagos State. The Police in Lagos have prevented the group from staging their latest protest, raising questions about the agitators’ fundamental human rights. Eko Hot Blog reports that men … Read more
Protesters and supporters of the APC clashed at the national secretariat of the party in Abuja. The conflict occurred between party supporters opposed to Nasiru, whom they accused of conducting a one-man show and his followers. The conflict between the gang and the DG’s followers quickly intensified, sending guests and personnel fleeing for safety. EKO … Read more
Obaseki has planned to set up a committee to look into the situation in Edo State. The governor decided in response to widespread protests around the state about petroleum scarcity and price increases. According to the special adviser, Obaseki has studied the grievances expressed by protesters as stated in the letter addressed to him on … Read more
Commuters in Benin have taken to the street to protest over fuel scarcity. The Protesters blocked the busy Sapele road and Ugbowo road to show their grievance. According to a resident in the state, fuel was sold for over 600/litre on Monday morning. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Nigerians have come out in large numbers … Read more
APC has pointed to Adeleke as the sponsor of the protest against the tribunal ruling. According to the APC, the protest could worsen their case, instead of adding positive value to it at the Appeal Court. Reacting, the Osun PDP acting chairman, noted that the protests indicated that the people rejected the verdict of the … Read more